Books like Star
Award winning
Snow Day in May (1) (The Wish Library)
Christine Evans, 2022
101 pages
Why to read
Captures the magic of unexpected wishes coming true.
Enhances creativity and the power of imagination.
Encourages resilience and adapting to surprising situations.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

Snow Day in May (1) (The Wish Library)
Christine Evans, 2022
The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
272 pages
Why to read
Stimulates imagination with interstellar adventure.
Introduces resilience through quirky, relatable characters.
Encourages problem-solving in whimsical scenarios.
Provides a fun, engaging reading journey.

The First Cat in Space and the Soup of Doom
Mac Barnett, 2024
Award winning
The Magic of the Mirror (Thea Stilton: Special Edition #9) (9)
Thea Stilton, 2020
320 pages
Why to read
Engaging, magical adventure for young minds.
Encourages creativity and imaginative thinking.
Builds problem-solving skills through interactive storytelling.
Ideal for developing early reading habits.

The Magic of the Mirror (Thea Stilton: Special Edition #9) (9)
Thea Stilton, 2020
Award winning
The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
161 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled tale enriches curiosity and imagination.
Characters showcase resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through problem-solving scenarios.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.

The Sea of Terror: Once Upon a Tim
Stuart Gibbs, 2025
Award winning
Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant underwater adventure captivates young readers.
Encourages empathy through diverse sea creature characters.
Instills values of teamwork and cooperation.
Engaging illustrations enhance reading enjoyment.

Emerald and the Ocean Parade
Harriet Muncaster, 2024
Award winning
Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
256 pages
Why to read
Adventure-filled, sparks imagination and curiosity.
Characters model resilience and teamwork.
Enhances critical thinking through complex plots.
Ideal for shared reading, strengthens bonds.

Lightfall: The Girl & The Galdurian
Tim Probert, 2022
Unicorn Academy: Sophia's Invitation
Nosy Crow Ltd, Nosy Crow, 2023
160 pages
Why to read
Vibrant storytelling ignites creativity and imagination.
Features strong, relatable characters for young readers.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Supports emotional and social development.

Unicorn Academy: Sophia's Invitation
Nosy Crow Ltd, Nosy Crow, 2023
Award winning
Dory Fantasmagory: Can't Live Without You
Abby Hanlon, 2024
160 pages
Why to read
Promotes creativity through engaging, imaginative adventures.
Highlights value of friendship and cooperation.
Encourages resilience and problem-solving skills.
Fun, relatable content for young readers.

